Have you been wondering if caring for a dog is too hard? Don't worry; it isn't hard if you remember four things:

You are the top dog, You are in charge, You are the alpha dog, You are the top dog.

I think you get it by now. If you are not the one calling the shots, then Fido will do it for you. You must maintain control.

Don't misunderstand! It is not necessary to be mean while maintaining control, but you must lead in order to stay in control. This can be done in a caring, but firm way.

How in the world do I do that?

It is simply a matter of taking charge of all aspects of Fido's behavior. There are the feeding patterns, toilet habits, and socialization to name just a few.

Briefly, let's look at these areas.

In order to see that Fido is at optimal health and fitness, you must control his eating patterns. Feeding him at the same time everyday is a must for him to learn proper habits and limit begging between meals.

This will get him in the habit of knowing that if he doesn't eat at that specific time then he will go hungry.

Most importantly, read the labels to know what you are feeding him. If you can't pronounce it, don't buy it!

When it comes to toilet habits, make sure you let him out or take him for a walk at the same times everyday. This will get your canine buddy's body trained for 'going' out of doors only.

One important aspect to you happiness as a dog owner is successful socialization. Teaching Fido to get along with others, people AND pets, will bring joy to all that come into contact with him.

If you remember one thing about caring for a dog, then remember consistency is the key to caring for a dog. They need loving guidance in order for you both to enjoy each other completely.

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